TechHow to keep your data from brokers and marketersIt’s no secret that private intel companies compile vast dossiers on us. But the extent is breathtaking. Here’s how it works—and what you can do about it.
TechChatbots need to evolve to stay relevant in the age of virtual assistantsThere’s a trove of untapped potential—much of which centers around brining conversational AI into the core customer experience.
TechI spent six weeks living in A24-world. Here’s what happenedThe ultra-hip indie film house recently opened up a paid membership for fans of its films, its merch, and everyone else. Is it worth it?
TechI’d love to dump Gmail for this slick, private email–but there’s a catchSkiff is a great idea, and beautifully designed. It’s just missing too many table-stakes features.
TechWhy people fell for UST and how to potentially avoid getting burned by not-so-stable stablecoinsDan Reecer, chief growth officer at Acala, explains the basics of stablecoins and how to choose which ones to invest in more wisely.
TechGoogle’s AI spotlights a human cognitive glitch: mistaking fluent speech for fluent thoughtLinguistics helps explain why humans fall into the cognitive trap of thinking that an entity that can use language fluently is sentient, conscious, or intelligent.
TechWe could be using facial authentication for a whole lot more than unlocking our phonesPeople working in industries from healthcare to data storage could leverage facial authentication to enhance security without increasing physical oversight.
TechFirst bipartisan gun legislation in nearly 30 years to become lawThe bill, which includes added requirements for background checks on buyers under 21 and restrictions for ownership among domestic abusers, responds to recent shootings in Buffalo, New York, and Uvalde, Texas.
TechThese tech companies are pledging to pay for abortion travelCompanies including Meta, Uber, and Duolingo announced or reaffirmed policies supporting employees who will now have to travel for reproductive health services.
TechPolestar goes public: What to know about the electric vehicle company’s SPAC mergerThe electric vehicle company began public trading as PSNY after its SPAC merger. Here’s what you should know.
TechReport: Ransomware attacks cost schools more than $3.5 billion last yearOne predominantly Black college in Illinois was forced to shutter permanently last month after a ransomware attack disrupted admissions.
ImpactHenrik Stiesdal helped create wind power as we know it. Will he usher in its next chapter?Legendary inventor Henrik Stiesdal played a key role in starting the clean energy revolution. Now he has his sights set on the deep seas.
TechHow Avelo Airlines is building an ultra low-cost carrier that’s actually goodAvelo Airlines founder Andrew Levy wants to make cheap air travel desirable again. He’s off to a promising start.
TechInside the good, bad, and very ugly of social media algorithmsThere’s a lot to unpack with the current state of social media algorithms. Fast Company’s podcast Creative Conversation explored this topic in three episodes
TechHow AstroAccess plans to make space more accessibleThe nonprofit is partnering with the Aurelia Institute to advance astronaut diversity.
TechTech layoffs continue—this time at Netflix and MasterClassOn Thursday, Netflix laid off another 300 employees less than 24 hours after MasterClass cut 20% of its staff.
TechWalmart’s new AR feature lets you see how furniture purchases would look in your homeThe new ‘view in your space’ feature will let users see an augmented reality version of a potential purchase in their room using a smartphone screen and camera.
TechInflation is up, so why isn’t the price of Bitcoin?Once again, we’re seeing that the cryptocurrency is subject to the rules of bear and bull markets.
TechThese deaf and disabled creators are saying no to ‘inspiration porn’C Talent is elevating overlooked entertainers to new heights, and educating brands and companies on working with deaf and disabled talent.
TechAI can hurt worker morale when managers don’t have these specific skillsAI can improve productivity, but it can also alienate workers. Managers with strong social skills are needed to mediate between employees and technology.